May, 2025

• 13 May

  Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative, China’s ISDMU to collaborate in desalination technology innovation

  

  BEIJING/ WAM The Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Institute of Seawater Desalination and Multipurpose Utilisation (ISDMU), part of the People’s Republic of China’s Ministry of Natural Resources, to collaborate on efforts to accelerate technological innovation in desalination. The MoU, signed during a ceremony attended by Hussain bin Ibrahim Al Hammadi, UAE Ambassador ...

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• 13 May

  Moro Hub, DIFC forge strategic partnership to accelerate digital transformation

  

  DUBAI / WAM Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) during the 3rd edition of Dubai FinTech Summit. By combining their strengths, Moro Hub and DIFC are positioned to drive digital innovation and sustainability, reinforcing Dubai’s position ...

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• 13 May

  Aldar sells ‘Mamsha Gardens’ building for AED586mn

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Aldar Properties has completed the sale of a residential building at Mamsha Gardens to Hong Kong-based real estate private equity firm GAW Capital Partners for AED586 million. Marking GAW Capital’s first investment in the UAE, the transaction underscores the growing international appeal of Abu Dhabi’s property market, the Saadiyat Cultural District, and Aldar’s residential portfolio. Located ...

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• 13 May

  SelfDrive Mobility Expands into Luxury Chauffeur-Driven Services with the Launch of OTO

  

  DUBAI / GULF TIME In a strategic expansion set to redefine the future of premium transport, SelfDrive Mobility—the region’s largest mobility tech company and leading car subscription and rental platform—officially announced the launch of OTO, a next-generation chauffeur-driven service. Seamlessly blending advanced technology, sustainable mobility, and luxury vehicles, OTO is now live across the UAE, Qatar and Bahrain, offering an elevated ...

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• 13 May

  RAKEZ partners with Ana Concierge to offer premium business services

  

  RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) recently entered into a partnership with Ana Concierge Services to provide its business community with seamless access to premium, personalised concierge solutions. The partnership was finalised through a signing ceremony at Compass Coworking Centre by RAKEZ VAS Director Kutyba Al Issa and Ana Concierge Services Founder and CEO Soumeya ...

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• 13 May

  Nearly 1.9 million guests visit Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque during Ramadan, Eid Al-Fitr

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre witnessed a wide range of activities throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan, attracting large numbers of guests. A total of 1,890,144 worshippers and visitors came to the mosque during Ramadan and the Eid Al-Fitr holiday. Among them, 562,632 worshippers performed prayers at the mosque, including 193,435 for Isha and Taraweeh and ...

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• 13 May

  DoE issues new decision on Gas Works Regulation in Buildings

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has issued Decision No. 14 concerning the Regulation of Gas Works in Buildings. The regulations set forth the mandatory requirements and controls for overseeing all gas operations in buildings throughout Abu Dhabi, including free zones. The regulations seek to raise the level of technical safety in existing buildings and ensure ...

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• 13 May

  Salik reports AED751.6 million in revenue for Q1 2025

  

  DUBAI / WAM Salik Company, Dubai’s exclusive toll gate operator, on Tuesday announced its financial results for the three-month period ended on March 31 2025 (Q1 2025). Total revenue for Q1 grew by 33.7 percent YoY to reach AED751.6 million. EBITDA for Q1 increased 37.9 percent YoY to AED519.6 million. In Salik’s core tolling business, total chargeable trips reached 158.0 ...

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• 13 May

  Saif bin Zayed meets New Zealand Police Chief

  

  ABU DHABI / WAM HH Lt General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, has met with Richard Chambers, Chief of Police of New Zealand. The meeting explored avenues for enhancing cooperation in various policing fields, including training methodologies, crime prevention, and exchanging expertise and best practices. The discussions reflected the shared commitment ...

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• 13 May

  Saud bin Saqr receives delegation from UK’s Royal College of Defence Studies

  

  RAS AL KHAIMAH / WAM H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, today received a delegation from the United Kingdom’s Royal College of Defence Studies, led by Philip Parham, Director at the College and former UK Ambassador to the UAE. The meeting was held at His Highness’ palace in the Saqr ...

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